Travis Hunter is back! The Colorado Buffs are now a serious contender for the Big 12 after their recent victory over Cincinnati 34-23. No one can put a two-way star away from the game for too long. After leaving the field in the first quarter against Arizona due to an injury, Hunter made a strong comeback and helped the Buffs with his two-way role in defeating Cincinnati. Not sure about other Big 12 teams, but we missed Hunter a lot!
After doing the business, the Buffs are now enjoying their bye week. A few minutes ago, head coach Deion Sanders shared a lighthearted moment with everyone’s favorite Hunter. He shared a video on Instagram and labeled Hunter a “thief” after discovering that Hunter had taken a pair of sneakers gifted to him.
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Sanders called Hunter rogue and asked, “You know what rogue means? That means you’re a thief.” We have witnessed some funny banter between Hunter and Sandes before, as well. The lighthearted banter reflects the strong bond between Coach Prime and Hunter, showcasing their ability to engage in fun, informal conversations while maintaining mutual respect. Hunter is an extended part of the Sanders’ family now, and these moments show us why!!
Stepping onto the field with remarkable confidence and a clear understanding of his impact. This past Saturday, he achieved career highs with 153 receiving yards and four pass breakups, proving his value after returning from injury. Hunter has participated in all eight games this season, recording 60 receptions for 757 yards and eight touchdowns. The head coach has always showered his love on Hunter. We’ve all always seen him defending his all-rounder whenever someone questions his potential or his abilities.
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His vibrant personality shines both on and off the field, as seen when he celebrated one of his two touchdown catches against Cincinnati with an extreme level of enthusiasm. He is a special guy; everyone wants him in their squad. His dynamic presence not only elevates the team’s performance but also makes him an entertaining figure for fans. Do you enjoy watching him play?
Travis Hunter shines as Colorado secures bowl eligibility
Quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw two touchdown passes to Hunter and ran for another, which helped Colorado secure a victory over Cincinnati 34-23. This victory made the Buffs bowl-eligible. While Hunter’s comeback after the injury made a huge impact on both sides, Shedeur did not stay out of the spotlight for too long. He completed 25 out of 30 passes for 323 yards. Did you know Shedeur had flu that day? His performance did not say that at all.
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While Shedeur makes their offense stronger, Hunter’s performance also solidifies his status as a key player. He has nine receptions for 153 yards, including a 34-yard touchdown catch. AP News reported Deion Sanders’s remarks on Hunter’s comeback, which highlight his strong belief in the exceptional talent and impact of Hunter’s on the field. “Travis is the best football player in the country. We all know that. Why are we even deliberating over that?”
After a disappointing season last year, Deion Sanders is enjoying this season so far. “We’re on a wonderful journey,” he added. “We know the direction we’re going.” After the bye week, the Buffs will face Texas Tech and try to maintain their winning streak.
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